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The Teaching and Cultivation of the French Language in England during Tudor and Stuart Times

With an Introductory Chapter on the Preceding PeriodBy K. Rebillon Lambley

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In "The Teaching and Cultivation of the French Language in England during Tudor and Stuart Times," K. Rebillon Lambley meticulously charts the historical and socio-cultural dynamics of French language education in England from the late 15th to the early 17th centuries. Through a blend of primary sources and contemporary analyses, Lambley navigates the intricate relationship between France and England, elucidating how political alliances, cultural exchanges, and social stratification shaped French as a desirable language for the English elite. The text is characterized by its scholarly depth and clarity, making it an essential contribution to the fields of language history and cross-cultural studies. K. Rebillon Lambley, esteemed linguist and historian, draws on his extensive background in 16th and 17th-century English history and language studies to present this illuminating work. His expertise offers a nuanced understanding of how the socio-political landscape influenced language pedagogy and what this reveals about identity formation during the Tudor and Stuart periods. Lambley's passion for language instruction and historical context shines through, providing readers with authentic insights. This book is highly recommended for scholars, students, and language enthusiasts eager to explore the cultural nuances of language education. Lambley'Äôs compelling analysis not only enriches the understanding of the French language's status in early modern England but also invites readers to reflect on the broader implications of language as a marker of social identity and prestige.

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Publish dateDec 10, 2019

LanguageEnglish

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2CHAPTER II

30PART III: STUART TIMES

3THE FIFTEENTH CENTURY

31CHAPTER I

4FOOTNOTES:

32FRENCH AT THE COURTS OF JAMES I. AND CHARLES I.—FRENCH STUDIED BY THE LADIES—FRENCH PLAYERS IN LONDON—ENGLISH GENERALLY IGNORED BY FOREIGNERS

5PART II: TUDOR TIMES

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6CHAPTER I

34CHAPTER II

7THE FRENCH LANGUAGE AT COURT AND AMONG THE NOBILITY

35FRENCH GRAMMARS—BOOKS FOR TEACHING LATIN AND FRENCH—FRENCH IN PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS

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9CHAPTER II

37CHAPTER III

10FRENCH TUTORS AT COURT—GILES DUWES—JOHN PALSGRAVE—JEAN BELLEMAIN

38THE &quot;LITTLE BLOIS&quot; IN LONDON

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12CHAPTER III

40CHAPTER IV

13THE INFLUENCE OF RELIGIOUS REFUGEES ON THE TEACHING OF FRENCH IN ENGLAND—OPENINGS FOR THEM AS TEACHERS—DEMAND FOR TEXT-BOOKS—FRENCH SCHOOLS IN ENGLAND AND SCOTLAND

41THE FRENCH TEACHING PROFESSION AND METHODS OF STUDYING THE LANGUAGE

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15CHAPTER IV

43CHAPTER V

16HUGUENOT TEACHERS OF FRENCH—OTHER CLASSES OF FRENCH TEACHERS—RIVALRIES IN THE PROFESSION—THE &quot;DUTCH&quot; AND ENGLISH TEACHERS

44THE TOUR IN FRANCE

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18CHAPTER V

46CHAPTER VI

19METHODS OF TEACHING FRENCH—LATIN AND FRENCH—FRENCH AND ENGLISH DICTIONARIES—STUDY OF FRENCH LITERATURE